Metropolitan Seattle Sickle Cell Taskforce

The Metropolitan Seattle Sickle Cell Task Force is a grass roots community based organization committed to helping people with Sickle Cell Disease in our local community. The Task Force was established in 1994 as a private non-profit organization. The Task Force works in partnership with schools, institutions, non-profit organizations, and health care providers to provide sickle cell testing and education about sickle cell disease and trait to the community. The mission of this organization is to provide education and support to the community and to enhance the overall well-being of those afflicted with various forms of Sickle Cell Disease and their families. It also works to disseminate information and provide support to people with Sickle Cell Disease, young and old.

The task force desires to support individuals and families who are affected by Sickle Cell Disease or who have the sickle cell trait. It offers family education events, support groups social events, advocacy, scholarship, and Sickle Cell Camp. The members of the organization advocates for individuals and families in any way possible to enhance their well-being.